Modular Friction Roller Conveyors for Assembly and Test Automation
The LOGO!MAT L, XL, and T Series: freely configurable friction roller conveyors from a modular platform. Robust, low-maintenance, easily expandable — for workpiece carriers from 10 to 1,000 kg.
What is the LOGO!MAT Modular System?
LOGO!MAT friction roller conveyors are a modular transport system for workpiece carriers, built from standard components. Workpiece carriers are transported on friction-driven rollers along pre-assembled track segments. The drive is a three-phase motor with a low-maintenance chain drive — robust, reliable, and proven thousands of times over decades.
The modular principle enables freely configurable layouts: straights, curves, track rotates, diverters, lifts, shuttles, and gates are combined from the standard program and customized as needed. Primary application areas are assembly automation and test automation — from motor assembly to gearbox and axle assembly to e-mobility applications.
Later reconfigurations and expansions are straightforward: all stations and segments can be installed, relocated, or added at virtually any point in the system.
Application Areas
LOGO!MAT friction roller conveyors are used wherever workpiece carriers need to be transported reliably, on cycle time, and with minimal maintenance through assembly and test stations.
Motor & Gearbox Assembly
Transport of engine blocks, gearbox subassemblies, and drive components through linked assembly stations. Typical application: workpiece carriers with 100–250 kg on LOGO!MAT L or up to 1,000 kg on LOGO!MAT XL.
Axle Assembly & Chassis
Heavy axle assemblies and chassis components require high payloads with precise positioning. The LOGO!MAT XL Series transports workpiece carriers up to 1,000 kg with ±0.1 mm positioning accuracy.
Test & Inspection Automation
End-of-line tests, functional testing, and quality control: workpiece carriers are precisely positioned and fixed via locating units — reproducible test conditions at every cycle.
Seat Assembly & Interior
Seat assemblies, instrument panels, and interior components: the LOGO!MAT T Series offers a compact, cost-optimized solution for workpiece carriers up to 250 kg at 400 mm track width.
Three Series — One Modular System
All three series are based on the same modular platform with friction roller drive and chain drive. They differ in payload capacity, track width, and component range. Choose based on your workpiece carrier requirements.
LOGO!MAT L
- Payload: up to 250 kg
- Track widths: 229, 286, 400, 514 mm
- Height: 170–1,000 mm
- Positioning: ±0.1 mm
The most versatile series: widest range of track widths, most comprehensive component catalog, for most assembly automation applications up to 250 kg
+ More on the L SeriesLOGO!MAT XL Heavy-Duty
- Payload: up to 1,000 kg
- Track width: 600 mm
- Height: 450–1,000 mm
- Positioning: ±0.1 mm
The heavy-duty series: for heavy assemblies such as axles, motors, and powertrains up to 1,000 kg — highest positioning accuracy in the program
+ More on the XL SeriesLOGO!MAT T Compact
- Payload: up to 250 kg
- Track width: 400 mm
- Height: 400–1,000 mm
- Positioning: ±0.1 mm
The compact series: reduced component range, narrow 400 mm track, cost-optimized for standardized applications up to 250 kg
+ More on the T SeriesWhat Sets the System Apart
1 Robust, Long-Lasting Construction
Three-phase motor with low-maintenance chain drive, high-quality ball bearings in every friction roller, durable components from in-house manufacturing. The system is designed for years of continuous operation in daily production — without complex maintenance intervals.
2 Freely Configurable Layout
Straights, curves, track rotates, diverters, crossings, lifts, shuttles, and gates — all components are standard building blocks that can be freely combined. Multi-level and complex plant layouts are achievable without custom engineering.
3 Easy to Expand and Reconfigure
New stations, additional track sections, or modified layouts: all components can be installed, relocated, or added at virtually any point in the system. The system grows with your production — reconfigurations do not require rebuilding the entire line.
4 High Positioning Accuracy
Pneumatic locating and indexing units position workpiece carriers to ±0.1 mm — across all three series. Reproducible positioning at every station — a prerequisite for automated assembly and test processes.
5 Low Maintenance
Low-maintenance chain drive, oil-resistant workpiece carriers, long-lasting ball bearings. Rollers and stoppers can be replaced individually without shutting down the entire line. This reduces operating costs over the full system lifetime.
6 Proven Technology — Calculable Risk
Friction roller conveyors have been the industry standard for workpiece carrier transport in assembly automation for decades. Mature technology, well-known operating parameters, broad availability of spare parts and expertise. No technology risk.
7 ESD Capability
Electrostatic discharge protection is essential when handling sensitive electronic components. LOGO!MAT friction roller conveyors are available in ESD-safe configurations — an important factor in electronics and battery assembly.
Standard Components
All components are matched and can be freely combined. Most components are available across all three series — differences are documented on the respective series detail pages.
When Is a Friction Roller Conveyor Not the Right Choice?
LOGO!MAT friction roller conveyors are optimized for friction-driven workpiece carrier transport in structured assembly lines. For certain requirement profiles, other systems are better suited.
| Requirement | Why not roller conveyors | Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Payload > 1,000 kg per workpiece carrier | Maximum system payload of the XL Series reached — above 300 kg, kinetic energy already becomes safety-relevant | → LOGO!MAT eCart |
| Individual speed profiles per carrier | Chain drive = shared track speed | → LOGO!MAT eCart |
| Moving assemblies with carrier ↔ PLC data communication | Roller conveyor workpiece carriers are passive elements | → LOGO!MAT eCart |
| Performance Level D safety rating | Friction systems are classified as safe, but true safety requires evaluating kinetic energy, not just drive force | → LOGO!MAT eCart |
| Flexible routing without fixed track | All LOGO!MAT systems require fixed infrastructure | → AGV / AMR |
Technical Specifications
Series Comparison
| Specification | LOGO!MAT L | LOGO!MAT XL | LOGO!MAT T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max. payload per workpiece carrier | 250 kg | 600 kg (1,000 kg) | 250 kg |
| Track widths | 229, 286, 400, 514 mm | 600 mm | 400 mm |
| Height (roller top) | 170–1,000 mm | 450–1,000 mm | 400–1,000 mm |
| Positioning accuracy (indexing) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.1 mm | ±0.1 mm |
| Stopper weight range | 10–250 kg | 40–1,000 kg | 10–250 kg |
| Lift / indexing station | 3–300 mm, pneumatic | 3–300 mm, pneumatic | 3–300 mm, pneumatic |
| Track rotates | 90° to 270°, pneum. or electr. | 90°, electric (VFD recommended) | 90° to 270°, pneum. or electr. |
| Component range | Comprehensive (full program) | Comprehensive (heavy-duty optimized) | Reduced (cost-optimized) |
System-Wide Features (all series)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Drive | Three-phase motor with chain drive, pre-assembled track segments |
| Roller type | Friction rollers with high-quality ball bearings, adjustable or fixed |
| Workpiece carriers | Oil-resistant, curve-capable, integrated backstop, ESD-safe |
| Layout options | Straights, curves, diverters, crossings, track rotates, lifts, shuttles, gates |
| Multi-level | Yes, via lifts |
| Docking trolley | Single-hand locking, integrated parking brake, docking from both sides |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between LOGO!MAT L, XL, and T?
All three series are based on the same friction roller modular platform. The L Series offers the widest range of track widths (229–514 mm) and the most comprehensive component catalog for applications up to 250 kg. The XL Series is designed for heavy-duty loads up to 1,000 kg, with 600 mm track width and ±0.1 mm positioning accuracy. The T Series is a compact, cost-optimized variant with 400 mm track width and a reduced component range for standardized applications up to 250 kg.
When should I choose a roller conveyor instead of an eCart system?
Friction roller conveyors are the right choice when your application does not require individual speed profiles per workpiece carrier, does not need bidirectional data communication between carrier and PLC, and workpiece carrier weights are within the range up to 1,000 kg. Roller conveyors are proven, cost-effective standard technology with low technology risk — ideal when reliable transport is the priority and the highest degree of flexibility and intelligence is not required. Note: The integration of a roller conveyor system is considerably more expensive than an eCart system.
Can the system be expanded or reconfigured later?
Yes. The modular design allows track sections to be added, stations to be relocated, and layout changes to be made without rebuilding the entire line. All standard components can be installed at virtually any point in the system.
What positioning accuracy does the system achieve?
The pneumatic locating and indexing units position workpiece carriers to ±0.1 mm — across all three series. This accuracy is achieved reproducibly at every station and is a prerequisite for automated assembly and test processes.
How much maintenance does the system require?
Minimal. The chain drive with automatic chain tensioner is low-maintenance, the friction rollers have high-quality ball bearings, and the oil-resistant workpiece carriers are designed for continuous operation. Individual rollers and stoppers can be replaced without shutting down the entire line. The system is designed for years of production operation with minimal maintenance.
Is the system suitable for contaminated environments?
Friction roller conveyors are more robust in contaminated environments than electrically driven systems. The workpiece carriers are oil-resistant and the components are heavy-duty. For heavy oil exposure or extreme contamination, we recommend a project-specific assessment — contact our engineering team.
Can different workpiece carriers run on the same system?
Yes, as long as they use the same track width. Different workpiece carrier fixtures on identical skid geometry are standard practice. The workpiece carriers have standardized interfaces for customer-specific fixtures.
Which control systems are compatible?
LOGO!MAT friction roller conveyors are operated via standard PLC controls. Stoppers and indexing units are actuated electrically or pneumatically via valve terminals. Integration into existing control architectures (Siemens, Beckhoff, Rockwell, etc.) is standard. We provide project-specific support for control integration.
Downloads
| Title | Formats |
|---|---|
| LOGO!MAT Friction Roller Conveyor Brochure (English) | |
| LOGO!MAT Friktionsrollenförderer Broschüre (Deutsch) | |
| 3D Base Model LOGO!MAT L | STEP (CAD) |
| 3D Base Model LOGO!MAT XL | STEP (CAD) |
| 3D Base Model LOGO!MAT T | STEP (CAD) |
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